Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Adult Neurology Residency Program at UTHealth Houston/McGovern Medical School is one of the oldest residency programs in Texas, offering a diverse clinical experience at both inpatient and outpatient facilities. Located at the Texas Medical Center, residents benefit from mentorship by distinguished faculty members and participate in various research opportunities.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The UTHealth Houston/McGovern Medical School Neurology Residency Program accepts International Medical Graduates (IMGs) as residents and provides them with the opportunity to engage in a diverse clinical experience in various settings.
Categorical Positions
12
Categorical Positions (detail)
12 residents per class
Program Website
Address
6431 Fannin Street, Houston, Texas 77030
Program Director
Melissa Christie, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residency program consists of 12 categorical residents, with a focus on personalized training and exposure to diverse clinical cases and practice models.
PGY-1 MD
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residents receive diverse clinical experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, spending the majority of the first two years at the 1082-bed Memorial Hermann Hospital and UT Physicians clinics, transitioning to the Harris Health County system for senior residents.
Application
Application process details for the residency program include: Application Process, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), and Deadlines. Specific key dates and materials for submission are not provided in the text.
# of Locations
Residents will primarily work at Memorial Hermann Hospital, UT Physicians clinics, and Lyndon B Johnson Hospital, among other locations.
Fellowship
The program offers multiple fellowship opportunities in various subspecialties reflecting the strengths such as Vascular Neurology, Neuro-Trauma Intensive Care, Epilepsy, and Multiple Sclerosis. Recent graduates have pursued fellowships associated with highly respected institutions with various specialties.
Resident Life
Overview
The UTHealth Houston Neurology program is one of the oldest residency programs in Texas, offering exposure to diverse clinical cases and research opportunities, located in the Texas Medical Center.
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# of Years of Program
The program typically lasts for four years, encompassing various stages of training from PGY-1 to PGY-4.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY2 and 4 residents have a dedicated epilepsy course; opportunities to personalize training with electives; strong clinical foundation.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
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